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Lyle Dean Gordon

December 5, 2022 | 23 comments

Lyle Dean Gordon, 86, of Holmen WI passed away Saturday, December 3, 2022, at his home surrounded by family. 

Lyle was born in Mariaville, NE. He was raised in Newport, NE and graduated high school in Bassett, NE where he met his wife Carol June. They were married on May 25, 1956. Throughout the years different small buisness ventures took them many places in Colorado, Nebraska and Wisconsin where they raised their four children. In 1998 they found their final home, a Christmas Tree Farm in Holmen, WI.

Always being the adventurous type Lyle had his private pilot’s license most of his life. He water skied until he was 60 years old, drove semi-truck, traveled the country in his motor home, and attended Nebraska Cornhusker football games as a season ticket holder later passing those tickets to his grandson Dustin. Lyle took immense pride in his children and grandchildren. June and Lyle spent most of their time chasing around the country to attend every event possible.

Lyle lived a full life blessed by his family that survive him including his children Pam (Leif) Nelson of Holmen, WI, Roxie Betthauser of Holmen, WI, Brenda Gordon of Onalaska, WI; daughter-in-law, Lisa Gordon of Onalaska, WI; brother-in-law Larry Fischer of Bassett, NE; sister-in-law, Marlene (Ted) Johnson of Rapid City, SD; and sister-in-law, Ione Fischer of Bassett, NE. Lyle is survived by his grandchildren, Tasha (Adam), Torin (Ashley), Tobey (Laura), Kyle (Irene), Britt, Ashlee (Kellen), Dustin; and 11 great grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol June Gordon who passed on August 3, 2022; daughter, Deborah June; son, Todd; his parents, four brothers and three sisters; brothers-in-law, Lyle Fischer, and Roger Fischer; sisters-in-law, Glenna Fischer, and Ardelle Fischer; and nephew Dave Fischer.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Marcia Iverson for her compassionate care for Lyle through this difficult time.

In accordance with his wishes, no services will be held.

Memorials may be directed to Alzheimer’s or Cancer research.

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23 Comments

  1. Joe and Chris Bolwahn

    We send our sympathy and prayers to the Gordon family. We wish him well in his heavenly journey ❤️,

    Friends of Brenda,
    Joe and Chris Bolwahn

    • Pamela Nelson

      Thank you,
      Family of Lyle

  2. Doug Bugay

    A good man, a great family. Rest in peace Uncle Lyle.
    My condolences to the family.
    Doug Bugay

    • Pamela Nelson

      Thank you, Doug. We had lots of good memories with your family. Tell everyone I am thinking of them. Love you all. Pam

  3. Courtney & Jason Rodin

    So sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

    • Pamela Nelson

      Thank you. Your words are deeply appreciated.
      Family of Lyle Gordon

  4. Dixie

    Gordon’s
    We are so very very sorry for your loss. Will never forget all the good times we spent in Bassett as kids. Keep all your memories close to your hearts ?. He will be missed by all but never forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. RIP Uncle Lyle! Love and bless you all! ? ❤️

    • Pamela Nelson

      Love you, too. Thank you so much.

  5. Cheryl Arrowsmith

    My sincere condolences to Lyle’s family. Cheryl Arrowsmith

    • Pamela Nelson

      Thank you. Your words are deeply appreciated.
      Family of Lyle Gordon

  6. Tim Martin

    Sorry to hear of the passing of your father, Lyle. I got to know him a little from the Sparta Bowling Lanes, back in the day. Please accept my deepest sympathies and sincere condolences during this time of sorrow. May good memories lend some comfort and peace in your daily lives.

    • Pamela Nelson

      Thank you. Your words are deeply appreciated.
      Family of Lyle Gordon

  7. Bruce Delaney

    So sorry for your loss…Always enjoyed seeing Lyle and I am happy a had a chance to to know Lyle June and family…Rest In Peace

    • Pamela Nelson

      Thank you, Bruce, for your kind words for both Mom and Dad.

  8. John K Kjos

    Lyle was a wonderful person. Enjoyed bowling at both places. Always a smile. I’m sure he’s happy to be reunited with June and Todd. Sympathy to the family.

    • Pamela Nelson

      Thank you, John. He is definitely happy to be with Mom and Todd.

  9. Cousin Tammy

    Words cannot take away the sorrow but happy memories help. I know I have many of the times we spent with Uncle Lyle, Aunt Junie and all of you. Some of my favorite childhood memories. So happy Lyle and June are together again and looking down on us smiling and laughing the way they used to. RIP Uncle Lyle and all my love to the Gordon family

    • Pamela Nelson

      Thank you, Tammy. We have lots of great memories with your family.

      Love,
      Pam and family

  10. Brian and Kari Shaw

    We are so very sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed seeing Lyle and June throughout the years at many events. Always a smile and a good laugh. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.

    • Pamela Nelson

      Thank you. Your words are deeply appreciated.
      Family of Lyle Gordon

    • Pamela Nelson

      Thank you. Your words are deeply appreciated.
      Family of Lyle & June Gordon

  11. Marla Peterson

    Brittany, so sorry for your loss — when you were in 5th grade your Grandpa Lyle brought his semi-truck to Evergreen, and your classmates got to go inside – and, your teacher was thrilled to see him having grown up in Viroqua where he owned the bowing alley. Oh, I’m sure he was a VERY PROUD Grandpa, sitting on the bleachers watching you play basketball. Your cherished memories will warm your heart and make you smile. God Bless all !
    Mrs. Peterson

    • Pamela Nelson

      Thank you so much for some great memories. Dad was very proud of his grandchildren and his truck. 🙂
      I remember you or your sisters babysat for us in Viroqua. It was pretty neat having you for Britt’s teacher. Great memories.

      Pam

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